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Idursulfase
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Idursulfase (brand name Elaprase) is a drug used to treat Hunter syndrome (also called Mucopolysaccharoidosis II). It is a purified form of the lysosomal enzyme iduronate-2-sulfatase and is produced by recombinant DNA technology in a human cell line.

It is one of the most expensive drugs ever produced. Initial yearly costs were reported to be $300,000.

It is manufactured by Shire Pharmaceuticals Group.

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Sponsored Links Elaprase® (idursulfase)
Learn about Elaprase - please see prescribing information.
www.Elaprase.com